Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are now live in North America. Get your console at GameStop, Walmart, Target, Best Buy, and possibly Amazon before they sell out!
“Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are officially open in the U.S. and Canada. Major retailers like Walmart, GameStop, Target, and Best Buy are selling out quickly. The console releases on June 5, 2025 but early registration on Nintendo’s site may offer you priority access.”
Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders Go Live Across North America
After an initial April 9 date that left fans waiting, Nintendo has officially opened pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 in the U.S. and Canada as of April 24. The console will be widely available starting June 5.
If you signed up early on Nintendo’s official site, you should have received an email giving you exclusive access to place your order. Didn’t get the email? You’re not alone. Nintendo updated its pre-order page, stating that some users may not receive access until after the official launch on June 5.
Retailers Now Taking Switch 2 Orders
Third-party retailers have also begun selling the console, including:
- GameStop
- Walmart
- Best Buy
- Target
- Amazon (soon to be listed)
Most of these retailers are offering the standard $450 console and a $500 Mario Kart World Bundle. However, due to high demand, many are already out of stock or listing the console as “coming soon.
How to Pre-Order the Nintendo Switch 2
Pre-Order Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle
How to Pre-Order Switch 2 Accessories
Nintendo has released various accessories alongside the Switch 2, many of which have seen a price increase:
- Switch 2 Camera: $55 (up from $50)
- Pro Controller: $85 (up from $80)
- Extra Joy-Con 2 Controllers: $95 (up from $90)
- Joy-Con Charging Grip: $40 (up from $35)
Check Nintendo’s official site for current pricing and availability.
Tariffs and the Nintendo Switch 2
During a recent Direct event, Nintendo confirmed the console’s starting price at $450. Following this, a new tariff announcement by former President Trump targeting China and other countries caused delays in pre-orders.
A temporary 90-day pause was announced for tariffs affecting 75 countries, but the 245% tariff on Chinese imports still stands. Despite this, Nintendo has confirmed that the $450 base price remains for the U.S. and Canada — for now.
Amazon’s Surprising Silence
Even as GameStop, Walmart, Target, and Best Buy have Switch 2 listings live, Amazon remains quiet. There’s currently no indication of when Amazon will begin selling the new console or the Mario Kart bundle.
As the launch nears, fans are hoping for a surprise drop. Meanwhile, demand has already caused some websites, like GameStop’s, to crash.
Final Thoughts: Don’t Miss Out
If you missed your chance to pre-order the new Switch 2, don’t worry. There’s still a possibility it will be available at Sam’s Club ahead of the official June 5 launch.
Until then, you can grab the original Nintendo Switch at a discount on Amazon — currently under $280. Check out the deals below and stay tuned for updates!